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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Families
Handley Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
14
2026
Tue
Grow a Reader Playgroup
9:30am–11:00am
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
Benham Gallery Room
Age Group:
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Families
Program Type:
Story Sharing,
Music & Movement,
STEAM,
Workshops & Camps
Event Details:
Grow your reader at the library! This 6-week interactive playgroup will feature educational components with outside professionals each week that will developmentally support your reader through learning and play.
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This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Teens (12+),
Adults,
Families
Handley Library
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
13
2026
Mon
Sit & Stitch
10:30am–12:30pm
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
Benham Gallery Room
Age Group:
Teens (12+),
Adults,
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my! Whatever you craft (knit, crochet, embroidery, latch hook...), we invite you to bring your work in progress of any kind and enjoy the company of others! No registration required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
15
2026
Wed
Free STI Testing
10:00am–1:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
Benham Gallery Room
Event Details:
One in five people have a sexually transmitted infection. Free STI testing is provided by Aids Response Effort of Winchester. Testing is discrete. No registration required
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This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Ages 6-11,
Teens (12+),
Adults
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
17
2026
Fri
Sit & Stitch
10:00am–12:00pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
BL Reading Porch
Age Group:
Ages 6-11,
Teens (12+),
Adults
Program Type:
Hangout,
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my!
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Families
Handley Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
17
2026
Fri
Dance Party
10:30am–11:00am
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
HL Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Families
Program Type:
Music & Movement
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
18
2026
Sat
A Tale of Two Postmasters: The Winchester, VA Post Office During the Civil War
10:00am–11:30am
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
Benham Gallery Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Event Details:
We've all heard the staggering numbers associated with Winchester changing hands during the Civil War, but what happened to the post office during those tumultuous years?
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Children,
Adults,
Families
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
18
2026
Sat
Spring Used Book Sale-First Day!
10:00am–5:00pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
Bowman Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Adults,
Families
Program Type:
Book Sales,
Friends Events
Event Details:
Book prices will range from $1-$2, with some special items costing $5 or more. Many items are sorted into categories for shoppers to look through. There will be children's books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, fiction, nonfiction and paperback books.
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This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Ages 0-5,
Families
Clarke County
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
14
2026
Tue
Storytime at Clarke
11:00am–11:30am
Clarke County
Library Branch:
Clarke County
Room:
CCL Children's Area
Age Group:
Ages 0-5,
Families
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Come to the Clarke County Library Children's Room for stories and fun! Miss Bonnie will share a new adventure with early readers and their families each week. All are welcome!
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Adults,
Families
Handley Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
14
2026
Tue
La Leche League Playdate
11:00am–12:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
HL Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Adults,
Families
Event Details:
Join us for a chat and playdate with La Leche League NSV to lend parenting and lactation support. Leaders are parent volunteers, educated and accredited by La Leche League International to provide inclusive, community support.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Families
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
15
2026
Wed
Storytime and Puppets-Bowman Library
11:00am–11:30am
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
BL Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Families
Program Type:
Story Sharing,
Music & Movement,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Welcome to Storytime & Puppets! Enjoy a program perfect for preschoolers to learn through stories, rhymes, movement, and song. (Best for ages 3 & up)
Disclaimer(s)
Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video
Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded. Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.
Photography Notification
While we do allow professional photography inside the property of Handley Regional Library System, we do ask that we are notified ahead of time of photoshoots at 540.662.9041 x 25. Photography activities may be limited to specific areas due to reserved use and cannot impede any patron activity using the library.
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Ages 0-5,
Adults,
Families
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
15
2026
Wed
La Leche League at Bowman Library
11:30am–12:30pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
BL Children's Room Reading Porch
Age Group:
Ages 0-5,
Adults,
Families
Program Type:
Hangout,
Workshops & Camps
Event Details:
Join us for a chat and playdate with La Leche League NSV! These leaders are parent volunteers, educated and accredited by La Leche League International to provide FREE, inclusive, evidence based, community lactation and parenting support.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
16
2026
Thu
A.M. Book Club - "Outlawed"
11:00am–12:00pm
Clarke County
Library Branch:
Clarke County
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join us for Third Thursday Book Club at 11 am at the Clarke County Library!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Families
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
18
2026
Sat
Storytime and Puppets-Bowman Library
11:00am–11:30am
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
BL Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Families
Program Type:
Story Sharing,
Music & Movement,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Welcome to Storytime & Puppets! Enjoy a program perfect for preschoolers to learn through stories, rhymes, movement, and song. (Best for ages 3 & up)
Disclaimer(s)
Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video
Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded. Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.
Photography Notification
While we do allow professional photography inside the property of Handley Regional Library System, we do ask that we are notified ahead of time of photoshoots at 540.662.9041 x 25. Photography activities may be limited to specific areas due to reserved use and cannot impede any patron activity using the library.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Ages 6-11,
Families
Handley Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
18
2026
Sat
Lego Club
11:00am–12:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
HL Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Ages 6-11,
Families
Program Type:
STEAM
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
14
2026
Tue
Sit & Stitch
1:00pm–2:00pm
Clarke County
Library Branch:
Clarke County
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Hangout,
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
16
2026
Thu
Resume Workshop
1:00pm–2:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
Handley Robinson Auditorium
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Job Help
Event Details:
Join us for a resume writing workshop presented by VA Works, aimed at helping attendees create or refine their resumes to support their job search efforts.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
16
2026
Thu
Virginia Works Job Fair
1:00pm–4:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
Benham Gallery Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Job Help
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This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Ages 6-11,
Teens (12+)
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Apr
18
2026
Sat
Robotics Club
1:00pm–2:30pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group:
Ages 6-11,
Teens (12+)
Program Type:
STEAM,
Workshops & Camps
Event Details:
Robotics Club at Bowman Library meeting on the third Saturday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Please register! Ages 10-18
Disclaimer(s)
Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video
Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded. Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Ages 6-11,
Families
Handley Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
18
2026
Sat
Family Film
1:00pm–3:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
HL Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Ages 0-5,
Ages 6-11,
Families
Program Type:
Film
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Apr
16
2026
Thu
Mental Health Workshop
3:00pm–4:30pm
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
Handley Robinson Auditorium
Event Details:
In partnership with North Western Community Services Board, CWS Winchester presents a workshop on mental health and wellness.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
Children,
Ages 6-11
Handley Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
Apr
18
2026
Sat
Kid's Kitchen
3:00pm–4:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
Benham Gallery Room
Age Group:
Children,
Ages 6-11
Program Type:
STEAM
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Children,
Ages 6-11,
Families
Clarke County
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
15
2026
Wed
After School Lego Time!
4:00pm–5:00pm
Clarke County
Library Branch:
Clarke County
Room:
CCL Children's Area
Age Group:
Children,
Ages 6-11,
Families
Program Type:
Gaming,
Hangout
Event Details:
Lego fun for everyone! Join us after school every Wednesday at 4pm for Lego time!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Children,
Adults,
Families
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
17
2026
Fri
Member Night-Spring Used Book Sale
4:00pm–7:00pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
Bowman Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Adults,
Families
Program Type:
Book Sales,
Friends Events
Event Details:
Friends of Handley Regional Library System members can shop the book sale before it's open to the public. Not a member or need to renew your membership?
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
Children,
Ages 6-11
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
Apr
13
2026
Mon
Lego Club @ Bowman Library
5:00pm–6:00pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
BL Children's Room
Age Group:
Children,
Ages 6-11
Program Type:
STEAM
Event Details:
Bring your imaginations and join us every week for a different building challenge!! All kids ages 6-11 are invited to come out; no registration is needed. Our theme this week is...
Disclaimer(s)
Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video
Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded. Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Ages 6-11,
Teens (12+)
Clarke County
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Apr
13
2026
Mon
Pokémon Trading Card Game
5:00pm–6:00pm
Clarke County
Library Branch:
Clarke County
Room:
CCL Children's Area
Age Group:
Ages 6-11,
Teens (12+)
Program Type:
Game Nights,
Gaming,
Hangout
Event Details:
Join us at the Clarke County Library every Monday at 5 pm for an hour of Pokemon fun! Bring your own deck of Pokemon TCG cards or borrow some from the library.
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This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Teens (12+),
Adults,
Families
Handley Library
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Apr
14
2026
Tue
Sit & Stitch
5:00pm–7:00pm
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
Benham Gallery Room
Age Group:
Teens (12+),
Adults,
Families
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Hooks and needles and fiber, oh my! Whatever you craft (knit, crochet, embroidery, latch hook...), we invite you to bring your work in progress of any kind and enjoy the company of others! No registration required.
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This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Ages 6-11,
Teens (12+)
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Apr
15
2026
Wed
Tween Pokemon Card Trading Time
5:00pm–6:00pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
BL Children's Room
Age Group:
Ages 6-11,
Teens (12+)
Program Type:
Hangout
Event Details:
Come and join your friends with an evening of Tween Pokémon Card Trading Time!!
Disclaimer(s)
Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video
Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded. Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.
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This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
Apr
16
2026
Thu
Five O'Clock Spot-Reading Adventure
5:00pm–6:00pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
BL Children's Room
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Program Type:
Hangout,
Reading Program
Event Details:
Join us in the Children's Room for a time of dropping everything and reading! Bring your blankets, climb into one of our reading tents, or sit where ever you feel comfy and go on your own reading adventure.
Disclaimer(s)
Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video
Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded. Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
Apr
16
2026
Thu
Nature Surprises
5:00pm–6:00pm
Clarke County
Library Branch:
Clarke County
Room:
CCL Children's Area
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Program Type:
Nature,
Gardening,
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us at Clarke County Library for Nature Surprises, a nature-based educational program for children led by the Virginia Cooperative Extension Northern Shenandoah Valley Master Gardener's Association!
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This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Teens (12+)
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Apr
17
2026
Fri
Teen Game Night
5:30pm–8:00pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Program Type:
Gaming,
Hangout,
Video Games
Event Details:
Every 3rd Friday of the month join us for video games, group games and activities, and time to relax, eat some light snacks, and enjoy time with friends. This month's theme is...TBD
Disclaimer(s)
Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video
Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded. Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.
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This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Teens (12+)
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Apr
13
2026
Mon
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
6:00pm–7:00pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Program Type:
Volunteer Events and Training
Event Details:
The monthly meeting of the Teen Advisory Board that plans, promotes and presents programs for area middle school and high school students. If you have program ideas you wish to share, please join us. New members welcome!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Apr
16
2026
Thu
America 250 Book Circle
6:00pm–7:15pm
Handley Library
Library Branch:
Handley Library
Room:
Benham Gallery Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Friends Events
Event Details:
The America 250 Book Circle brings readers together to immerse themselves in the history of our country’s founding.
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Teens (12+)
Bowman Library
This event is in the "Teens (12+)" group
Apr
16
2026
Thu
Teen Tabletop Gaming Guild
6:00pm–7:30pm
Bowman Library
Library Branch:
Bowman Library
Room:
BL Reading Porch - Teen Area
Age Group:
Teens (12+)
Program Type:
Game Nights
Event Details:
Looking for a more low-key version of Teen Game Night? Join us in playing board games and card games, including the strategic card game Magic: the Gathering! Bring your own games or use ours to dive into epic duels and friendly competition.
Disclaimer(s)
Library Consent Statement for Photography and Video
Programs, events, and daily happenings sponsored by Handley Regional Library System may be photographed or recorded. Attendance at any sponsored program, event or general library use constitutes the consent of all attendees and the consent of the parents or legal guardians of any minor children in attendance, to the future broadcast, publication, and other use of photography or videos at the sole direction of Handley Regional Library System.
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